About Pottery Introductory Term 1 Morning Classes -2019

This 8 weeks course will provide you with the opportunity to learn basic techniques in handbuilding and wheel work. Both of these creative processes are beautiful and quite different in nature. In this course you will be able to have a “taste” of both worlds and finish your own handmade pieces.For those of you who are continuing learning it's great opportunity to try something new or continue on your own path of interest there is so much to explore and try...especially if haven't worked on the potter's wheel or if you would like to "pull" your shapes up..This is the time to "keep your practice on the roll"..and get momentum :)

In this course you will get the opportunity to learn and experience:

Introduction of clay types and preparation for wheel throwing and handbuilding

Basic skill of throwing on the wheel: centring, pulling up, opening the form

Building and joining with slabs and coils

Basic design principles

Materials for this workshop include:Variety of Tools available to use in the workshop4 pottery wheels available to use1 Bag of clay of your choice (you can have half of 2 types of clays)Wooden stampsDecorating option of: Glazes, underglazes, slip decoration*please note firing your piece will have a fee apply, that will be determined by the amount of space your work takes in the kiln.

Materials for this workshop include:Variety of Tools available to use in the workshop5 pottery wheels available to use1 bag of clayWooden stampsDecorating option of: Glazes, underglazes, slip decoration*please note second firing of your piece will have a fee apply, that will be determined by the amount of space your work takes in the kiln.

What to bring

Comfortable clothes that can get muddy

A large towel dedicated for play/clay (pre loved one is perfect)

Apron if you wish

Patience and your creative flare

Tea and coffee supplied with love

Feel free to bring along a snack or your own lunch ...

See you at

The Depot

The Depot 1 Station Street before woolworth on the right -follow the white flags :) mullumbimby NSW Australia 2482